Alyssa Garcia
Summary
Empathetic and compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in pediatric oncology, patient education, advocacy, care coordination, and case management. Experienced in coordinating complex care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, supporting patients and families throughout treatment, and navigating clinical and healthcare system needs.
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Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Care Coordinator, Pediatric Oncology
Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital
Cleveland, OH
08.2021 - Current
- Coordinated patient care across multidisciplinary teams and departments.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Managed patient referrals to specialists and community resources effectively.
- Responsible for patient and family education regarding chemotherapy regimens, patient safety principles
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron, Ohio
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Administered chemotherapy treatments to pediatric oncology patients with precision and care.
- Cared for Bone Marrow Transplant patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Served as shift charge nurse.
Patient Care Assistant, Pediatric Oncology
Cincinnati Children’s
Cincinnati, OH
06.2016 - 04.2017
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities and needs.
- Supported patients with mobility and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
- Complex care coordination
- Oncology treatment planning
- Central line management
- Chemotherapy and immunotherapy education/administration
- Insurance and prior authorization navigation
- Referral coordination
- Clinical triage
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) — State of Ohio
- APHON Pediatric Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Provider Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association
Timeline
RN Care Coordinator, Pediatric Oncology
Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Oncology
Akron Children's Hospital
07.2017 - 07.2021
Patient Care Assistant, Pediatric Oncology
Cincinnati Children’s
06.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
08.2013 - 05.2017